Commission for Aviation Regulation may fine airlines over delays

Airlines which persistently operate flights outside allocated time slots at Dublin Airport are to face large fines under a new system of sanctions.

Under new rules, introduced by the aviation regulator, carriers could be penalised by up to €3,000 for every time they fail to adhere to scheduled flight times.

The Commission for Aviation Regulation will also publish details of any future fines — a measure strongly opposed by some airlines.